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Fall & Winter Favorites from Yana Dee - Guest Blog by Rose Soma

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Fall & Winter Favorites from Yana Dee - Guest Blog by Rose Soma

I’ll never forget when I picked out my first Yana Dee Merino Wool piece. This long sleeve, scoop neck staple is incredibly warm and cozy. It’s stretchy and easy to wear, and the inside truly feels like no other shirt. It quickly became one of my favorites, and I can’t wait to wear it with my favorite gray beanie throughout the winter! It also goes quite well with my absolute favorite earrings; salvaged leather teardrops by Yana Dee as well.

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Capsule Wardrobe - Winter Wishlist

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Capsule Wardrobe - Winter Wishlist

This collection is a dream minimalist wardrobe for the next three months. Compiled in Michigan in early November 2018, this is a cold weather capsule wardrobe designed for climates with ice and snow. If you live in a location with extended winter weather, these 33 items are for you! A vital part of surviving winter is staying active, so this collection includes some great outdoor base layers that are perfect for cross-country skiing, winter running, snowshoeing, or walking through a blizzard to see a movie downtown. I know that in just about every faith and community, winter holidays and parties are something to dress up for. So I didn't forget to feature some silk!

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French Terry is the Best Terry

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French Terry is the Best Terry

Nothing brings outward sophistication and inward coziness like French Terry! What exactly is French Terry? It is a knit fabric with two distinct textures. The inside has loose loops or piles that make this fabric feel soft, squishy, and warm yet breathable. The outside fabric has a tighter knit that looks sophisticated. So this means you can feel like you are wearing a cozy bath robe while looking totally appropriate for public. Win-win! Even though they have similarities, Yana Dee has two very distinct types of French Terry. They are Bamboo & Organic Cotton Yarn Dyed French Terry, and Soy & Organic...

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Fabric for Spring + Fall: Hemp & Organic Cotton Lycra Jersey

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Fabric for Spring + Fall: Hemp & Organic Cotton Lycra Jersey

The Hemp Lycra Jersey we use is blended with organic cotton, which makes it softer than pure hemp would be. The Lycra adds a bit of stretch, which makes this fabric so versatile! You will find this fabric throughout all our product lines, from headband backings, to kids and adult dress bodices, to scarves and waistbands on skirts and pants. 

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Hemp Fleece - What it is and why we love it

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Hemp Fleece - What it is and why we love it

Hemp & Organic Cotton Fleece is a warm, durable, comfortable, all natural, vegan, anti-micorbial, and uv resistant fabric. Hemp Fleece is soft and non-irritating. Hemp Fleece conforms to your shape. Hemp Fleece does not pill. Polyester fleece pollutes waterways and doesn't let you skin breathe. 

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